Annapurna Circuit Trekking Route resumes, tourists can now travel without worry
Summary
Snow clearance has reopened the Annapurna Circuit route through Thorong-La Pass, restoring tourist movement between Manang and Mustang. Tourist arrivals are also picking up in Ghandruk and Ghorepani after roads damaged by floods and landslides became accessible again.
Key Points
- The Annapurna Circuit trail through Thorong-La Pass has reopened after snow was cleared by 20 people with support from the Muktinath Hotel Association.
- Tourists can again trek from Manang to Mustang, while the route is expected to stay popular during the October-November trekking season.
- Visitor numbers are rising in Ghandruk after the Birethanti-Ghandruk road reopened following floods and landslides.
- Hotel operators and tourism leaders say business should improve, though arrivals at Ghorepani-Poon Hill are still below normal.
